What's included and what costs extra at Terranea
Terranea charges a mandatory daily resort fee (different rates by room type) that covers Wi‑Fi, in‑room coffee/tea, nightly turndown, fitness center access, pool chairs/umbrellas and some entertainment; many services—meals, valet parking, spa treatments, golf, kids' club and most excursions—cost extra. Expect additional per‑night or per‑service charges for parking, pet fees, lessons/rentals, and specialty dining or treatments.
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Mandatory resort fee — what it covers and what it doesn’t
Terranea charges a mandatory daily resort fee; the fee is charged per night and varies by accommodation category. The resort fee includes complimentary Wi‑Fi (provided through the fee), in‑room coffee and tea setup, nightly turndown service, access to the fitness center, pool chairs and umbrellas at the resort pools, nightly live entertainment, and complimentary local and 800‑number phone calls.
The resort fee does not include meals, alcoholic drinks, spa treatments, golf green fees, equipment rentals, valet parking, or most off‑site excursions. If you want classes, specialty activities or paid transfers, plan to pay extra.
- Included in resort fee: Wi‑Fi, in‑room coffee/tea, nightly turndown, fitness center access, pool chairs & umbrellas, nightly live entertainment, local/800 calls.
- Not included: meals/drinks, spa services, golf carts/equipment rental, valet parking, most guided excursions and private transfers.
| Item | Typical charge (see resort for current rates) |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | $75/night (Guestrooms & Suites) or $90/night (Lifestyle Collection) |
| Wi‑Fi | Included via resort fee |
| Meals & alcohol | Not included |
Rooms, housekeeping and check‑in/out
Terranea offers many room types, including Room (Resort), Ocean View Room, Premier Ocean View Room, Ocean Front Room, Ocean View Suite, Suite (Shearwater), Bungalow, Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View Casita, and Villas (2–4 Bedrooms). Room rates typically do not include the resort fee or parking.
Standard check‑in is 4:00 PM and standard check‑out is 11:00 AM; early check‑in or late check‑out may be available on request and subject to availability. An adult must assume booking liability; minimum check‑in age policies may vary by booking channel, so confirm with the resort.
- Many room categories: Guestrooms & Suites, Bungalow Guestrooms, Casita Guestrooms, and Villas (exact room names are listed on the resort site).
- Housekeeping: normal service is provided; note housekeeping is not provided while a pet occupies a room (per pet policy).
- Confirm specific bed types and occupancy limits for a room (e.g., Ocean View Room, Premier Ocean View Suite).
| Common room examples | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room (Resort) / Room, Ocean View (Casita) | Guestroom options with king or double bed configurations |
| Ocean View Suite / Premier Ocean View Suite | Larger suite options; rates separate from resort fee |
| Bungalow, 1 Bedroom / 2‑Bedroom Bungalow | Bungalow and Villa options for families or longer stays |
Dining — restaurants, hours and extra costs
Meals and drinks are not covered by the resort fee; on‑site dining is pay‑as‑you‑order. Terranea has several distinct venues: Mar'Sel (fine dining), Catalina Kitchen (breakfast and brunch including weekend buffets), Bashi (Japanese/sushi), Nelson's (casual oceanfront), Sea Beans (café), Solviva (wellness café), The Grill at Resort Pool (poolside snacks), Lobby Bar and Terrace, and poolside bars such as Cielo Point.
Some venues list fixed hours (for example, Bashi has advertised dinner hours and Sea Beans posts morning‑to‑evening cafe hours), and reservations are recommended for popular dining options like Mar'Sel and Bashi. Expect menu prices to be charged to your room or paid at each venue.
- Breakfast is available for a surcharge at Catalina Kitchen and some other venues.
- Sea Beans: coffee, pastries and gelato (hours published by the resort).
- Lobby Bar & Terrace: cocktail service and live music; hours vary by day.
| Venue | Type / Typical service |
|---|---|
| Mar'Sel | Fine‑dining tasting menus (dinner); reservations recommended |
| Catalina Kitchen | Breakfast, brunch, coastal cuisine; weekend buffets/brunches |
| Nelson's / The Grill / Cielo Point | Casual oceanfront meals and poolside service |
Pools, spa and fitness — what’s included and what costs extra
Terranea operates four oceanfront pools; pool chairs and umbrellas are included with the daily resort fee. The Resort Pool is family‑oriented and includes a 140‑foot waterslide (waterslide hours are published), Vista Pool is for guests 13+, Cielo Point Pool is adults‑only (21+), and the Spa Pool is reserved for spa guests (age limits apply).
The Spa at Terranea is a large oceanfront facility with signature treatments; spa treatments, private suites and many spa amenities are charged separately. The Fitness & Wellness Center is included via the resort fee, but some fitness and wellness classes may carry an additional per‑class charge.
- Resort Pool: family pool with waterslide (slide hours published by resort).
- Vista Pool: guests 13 and older; full food & beverage service.
- Cielo Point Pool: adults 21+ only.
- Spa Pool & Indoor Fitness Center: age restrictions apply (see spa page).
| Facility | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Pool chairs & umbrellas | Included with resort fee |
| Spa treatments and private suites | Extra charge |
| Some fitness classes | Often charged per class (reports list about $20 per person) |
Parking, shuttle, transfers and other guest fees
Overnight parking is valet only and is not included in the room rate or resort fee. Valet parking has a separate nightly charge; rates have been listed in third‑party reports and on the resort's parking information. Daily visitor parking is also available with published daily rates and validated reductions at certain times.
The resort operates a complimentary local area shuttle for nearby destinations and a Lexus shuttle service for select Palos Verdes locations (some shuttle services are included via the resort fee). Airport transfer services are available for a fee; the resort does not provide a complimentary airport shuttle.
- Valet parking for overnight guests: separate nightly charge (example listings show $75/night inclusive of tax on some channels).
- Daily Visitor Parking: published daily rates with reduced rates using validation (check resort for current prices).
- Area shuttle service and some local Lexus shuttle service: limited routes; some are included via resort fee.
| Transportation / Parking | Typical detail |
|---|---|
| Valet parking (overnight) | $75/night reported on some sites; not included in resort fee |
| Daily visitor parking | Published daily rate; validated reduced rate available |
| Airport transfers | Available for a fee; no complimentary airport shuttle |
Kids, pets and additional activities
Terranea is family‑friendly and welcomes children of all ages. The Tide Pool Kids Club / Adventure Camp and supervised childcare/babysitting are available for an extra fee. Some family activities (guided paddleboarding, kayaking, scuba or specialized excursions) are also charged separately, while a weekly guided coastal hike and a complimentary falconry meet‑and‑greet are included via the resort fee.
Pets (dogs) are permitted only in designated Casita accommodations; the resort limits pets per room and charges a non‑refundable pet fee that varies by Casita type. Housekeeping service is not provided while a pet occupies the room, and pets are not permitted in pools, the spa, the indoor lobby, or The Links golf facilities.
- Kids club / supervised childcare: available for a surcharge.
- Complimentary inclusions: certain guided coastal hikes and a falconry meet‑and‑greet are included via the resort fee.
- Pet policy highlights: one dog up to 50 lbs or two dogs up to 75 lbs combined; pets allowed only in Casita rooms; no pool or spa access for pets.
| Pet fee type | Typical non‑refundable fee (as published) |
|---|---|
| Casita (standard) | $295 |
| Casita Suite | $395 |
| Multi‑Unit Casita Suite | $595 |
